Bring a splash of color and charm to your garden with Nierembergia, an heirloom flowering plant known for its delicate, cup-shaped blooms and hardy growth. These seeds grow into low-maintenance perennials perfect for garden beds, borders, rockeries, and container planting. Ideal for home gardeners seeking ornamental flowers that provide continuous blooms, attract pollinators, and enhance naturalistic garden settings.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Nierembergia (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading perennial
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Height: 20–40 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Blue, purple, or lavender blooms
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Blooming Season: Late spring through autumn
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Optional soaking in lukewarm water for 6–12 hours can improve germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix or well-draining soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 10–20 days depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, transplant into garden beds, borders, or containers spaced 25–35 cm apart.
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Care: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming; low-maintenance overall.
